Definitely, it's not the famous Cloud Forest in the country and there is not much information about Los Quetzales National Park.
What if we told you there is a cloud forest 1 hour and a half from San José that few visitors ever see and you can see also the Quetzal? no gift shop, no snack bar, no … Read more about Los Quetzales National Park

If you are visiting Costa Rica during mid-July to late October (rainy season) don't pass the opportunity to go on a whale watching tour in Uvita and see these beauties up close.
Uvita can be considered a whale sanctuary.
"Whales Festival" is celebrated every year since 2008 in the south of our … Read more about Responsible Whale Watching in Costa Rica

He asked: Ligia, I want to know things to do in San José that are not a shopping center. I want to meet locals.
Mr. Yves was bored in his hotel room in San José. After doing some loops in the lobby, he came to check out the tour desk. I was sitting there with not much to do. Sunday afternoon was … Read more about Cultural One Day Tour at Nacientes Palmichal in Costa Rica

There is an area called Bajos del Toro, where we always find new Costa Rican waterfalls.
It seems like nature creates a new waterfall every time we go, and for this reason, this place never ceases to amaze us.
This area is located in the middle of two National Parks, Poas Volcano and Juan … Read more about Tips for visiting Paraíso de Manantiales Waterfalls

*** Note: Updated July 2018. This post was originally published in March 2016 and has been completely revamped for accuracy and comprehensiveness.
Supporting local economies is one of the goals of sustainable travel. However, since 1980 -1990 Costa Rica has been adopting a model of development … Read more about Support local economies through rural tourism

*** Note: Updated May 2018. This post was originally published in February 2015 and has been completely revamped for accuracy and comprehensiveness.
Have you ever been close to a crocodile, caiman or any big reptile?!
Well, if you are a biologist, crazy wildlife filmmaker or live next to a river … Read more about Carara National Park: The River of Alligators